Why study an English course in Malta?
The sun is non-negotiable: Almost daily sunshine means you finish class and you're going straight to the nearest beach. Valletta, Sliema, St Julian's - every city sits minutes from the water. Bring your swimsuit to class, you're going to need it after.
Tiny island, HUGE history: You’ll learn about the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Knights of St John, and the British. All of them are a part of Malta’s history. Valletta alone has more UNESCO-listed history per square kilometre than almost anywhere on earth.
Affordable without feeling cheap: Enjoying the Mediterranean sunshine, visiting ancient cities, and dipping into crystal clear water is completely free! And there is so much more you can do without breaking the bank...
A diver's paradise on your doorstep: Watersports and diving courses run year-round, and with calm waters and near-perfect conditions for most of the year. The Mediterranean visibility here is extraordinary. Sunken wrecks, sea caves, and coral just metres from shore.
Learn English in Malta: Have the time of your life off the beaten track
300 days of sunshine, a young population who all speak English, and crystal-clear turquoise waters teeming with wildlife, all right on Europe’s doorstep. Malta is Europe’s best-kept secret for English learning!
Malta has a little something for everyone. Are you a history buff? Visit some of the world’s oldest free-standing pyramids (even older than Egypt’s!) Looking to dive beneath the waves? The Blue Lagoon offers stunning turquoise water for you to explore. Just want to relax on the beach and make some friends? 37% of students in Malta are international, and together you can enjoy the nearly 200km of the country’s beautiful coastline.
Whether you're here to dive headfirst into the beautiful ocean or dive into a lively student party, Malta is waiting for you!
The best English schools in Malta to hit your goals inside and outside the class
Every school we partner with has been handpicked to fit your goals. Want to sit your Cambridge or IELTS exam with the Mediterranean as your backdrop? Or build business English skills in Valletta, one of Europe's most remarkable capital cities? We've got all the options you need.
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What does it look like to study English in Malta as a student?
Student Life in Malta
Malta becomes home faster than you expect. It'll take you days to claim your favourite coffee spot, your post-class swim, and your sunset view. Life is slower here, and that's the charm. But once the sun drops, the energy flips.
Paceville goes full volume: clubs open until sunrise, music everywhere, weekends packed with international students. And then come the festas. Whole towns light up with fireworks, bands, street parties, and everyone dressed like it's the biggest night of the year. Because it kind of is.
Safety and Healthcare in Malta
Malta is a close-knit community; everyone here looks out for each other. Crime rates are among the lowest in the EU, and incidents that make you nervous in larger cities simply don't happen in Malta. It's a small island; people notice, people help, and you'll rarely feel anything other than completely at ease.
Healthcare is straightforward for EU students, who can access public medical services through the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Non-EU students will need private health insurance before arriving; ESL can help arrange cover before you land.
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Book English learning courses in Malta and enjoy free expert assistance
We’re passionate about languages, and since 1996, we’ve been helping others feel that same thrill we get from learning and travelling! Learning English in Malta is exciting, but it can take a lot of work; that’s why it helps to have an experienced agency by your side to help you navigate the challenges of your time abroad.
Getting your visa for an English course in Malta
Good news for EU citizens: no visa required. Malta is an EU member state, so European students can arrive, enrol, and start learning without any additional paperwork. Just pack your bags.
Non-EU students will need a visa before travelling. For courses under 90 days, a Schengen short-stay visa covers your visit; straightforward to apply for and accepted across the EU. Courses longer than 90 days require a long-stay national visa, which involves a few more steps but nothing our team hasn't handled hundreds of times before.
Requirements vary depending on your nationality, so contact us early, and we'll walk you through exactly what you need before you travel.
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